Wish our runners Peter, Katrina, Rishi and Ieuan good luck as they take on the London Marathon! 

They will be taking on the 26.2 miles on 26th April, come rain or shine, in order to raise vital funds for the Aston Villa Foundation's Disability Department. 

Our SEND Youth Club offers free weekly sessions for young people with special educational needs and disabilities with the opportunity to engage in a wide range of sports such as football and tennis, to activities that support children’s motor function. The club provides a safe and welcoming environment that can introduce children to the staff and environment of the Foundation. 

The Aston Villa Foundation also run Ability Counts which is Aston Villa’s disability football provision for people from the age of six right through to adulthood. No matter what disability you have, our coaches have the skills and experience to ensure we offer the opportunity for everybody to enjoy football.

Our teams compete yearly in the Birmingham Ability Counts League and Sandwell Ability Counts League, providing competitive football for boys and girls in age groups 8-12, 12-16 and 16+. 

We put the emphasis on having fun, making new friends and building confidence, while also highlighting the importance of regular physical activity. 

Conor Brogan, our SEND coordinator says "The funds raised by the marathon runners are deeply appreciated. These contributions help provide essential kit and equipment for training sessions, enabling our participants to keep playing the sport they love."

So please give what you can for such an amazing cause, every penny makes a difference!